Black Maine Coon Cat: Everything You Need to Know

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The black Maine Coon Cat is one of the oldest breeds in North America, originating from, well you guessed it, Maine.

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The Black Maine Coon

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Eyes

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Size

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Ears

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How To Care For a Black Maine Coon

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Despite the association that black cats have with bad luck in superstition, the black Maine Coon Cat is the most popular Maine Coon color with people looking to bring one into their family.

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Black Maine Coon Cat: Everything You Need to Know

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The black Maine Coon Cat is one of the oldest breeds in North America, originating from, well you guessed it, Maine.

The Black Maine Coon

Eyes

Size

Ears

How To Care For a Black Maine Coon

Despite the association that black cats have with bad luck in superstition, the black Maine Coon Cat is the most popular Maine Coon color with people looking to bring one into their family.

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